Political Tensions Erupt Over Shimla Mayor's Term Extension

The Shimla Municipal Corporation meeting faced protests by BJP councillors against the extension of mayoral terms. Both BJP and some Congress councillors push for elections per the 2016 roster, while Congress councillors support women for mayoral positions, emphasizing roster adherence. Mayor Surinder Chauhan will forward the proposal to the state government.

The Shimla Municipal Corporation's monthly meeting witnessed tensions as BJP councillors protested the extension of mayoral terms sanctioned by the Himachal Pradesh government.

BJP members urged adherence to the 2016 roster, stipulating two-and-a-half-year terms for the mayor and deputy mayor. Some Congress councillors echoed discontent with the government's unilateral decision.

While BJP councillors sought immediate elections, Congress members advocated for a female mayor, given the council's composition. Mayor Surinder Chauhan promised to relay these sentiments to the government for a decision.

(With inputs from agencies.)